With the success of singles, Giving it up, and the worship infused, All You Are featuring Hillsong United, Rhema Soul was propelled to a new level, earning awards (Just Plain Folks Music Awards winners for Best Hip Hop album), nominations (The music video for Steez was nominated for Best Video by The Gospel Music Channel), and rave reviews on the web and in print.
Fingerprints, Rhema Soul's genre-defying album released in March of 2010, took them all over the world and positioned the group for success and mass influence. Break out singles like Boombox and the iron sharpens iron-esque Blow Your Whistle resonated with fans from all walks of life, while the heart wrenchingly transparent Fly Away single and video intensified the group's buzz, ensuring their place on today's music scene.
Now, together with 2:20 Entertainment Group/Black Fuel Music (Group One Crew, Hyland, Ryan Stevenson, Charmaine), Rhema Soul is set to make an impact like never before, touring extensively and maintaining a consistent presence on the conference circuit with speakers such as Carl Lentz, Chris Hill, Rich Wilkerson Jr., and Chris Durso.
Be sure to catch Rhema Soul at Rock the Universe (Universal Studios, Orlando) with Switchfoot, David Crowder Band, and Family Force Five.
Rhema Soul is currently in the studio with Dove Award winning producer Andy Anderson (Group One Crew, Toby Mac, Rachael Lampa) recording their biggest album yet, due out later this year through Black Fuel Music/Universal.
War
Rhema Soul Lyrics
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And as funny as that seems
We got a generation where fathers are not seen So
(Uh oh)
We are at war
And the bullet is in my heart cause I've been there before
(Uh oh)
To my nieces and my nephews... While our brothers are in the trench theres refuge Because,
If we could only elevate
To a higher land
Then, we could all have the best view
There's a war on peace, in the streets
They're strung out so the city never sleeps
They counting sheep. Waiting for the Shepard to come. There's a war, there's a war, there's a war.
There's a war, there's a war, there's a war.
Thinking back to the days they were on the brink Three little kids looking for the missing link Everyday they felt the sound and the fury
All felt lost and bound but in a hurry
So... The oldest had a talk with his mom and she said Papi ain't deceased but he's still dead
Yep, and he'd be lying if he didn't say
It didn't leave a part of him in disarray
Fast forward a decade and a half
They're self made and married it's a blessing and half ...Sometimes we all feel the war inside
And sometimes we fall but there's more inside
Isn't it true of us all
We trip and get shaken
Losing sight of the call
You see we're all in the trenches
There's a war on peace did I mention?
There's a war on peace, in the streets
They're strung out so the city never sleeps
They counting sheep. Waiting for the Shepard to come. There's a war, there's a war, there's a war.
There's a war, there's a war, there's a war.
Where all my ladies at? We gotta stand strong We gotta hold it together Cause we the back bone I know it gets hard
When days turn into nights
You gave him all you had
Now you paying the price
All alone found yourself rollin solo
Bought up all the lies lost your dreams now you don't know Now He wanna be anonymous
Now you up On Jerry Springer like tell me who the father is we blame the economy
Cause we trying to pay the bills
Fight for jobs cause we struggling
Ladies hold your man down
Be a college grad love your kids Trust God he'll step in
Let's wave a white flag
I'm calling all my troops
Cause we gotta call truce
Let's move
I'm throwing up my deuces Peace to all the drama
I'll see you when the war ends
There's a war on peace in the streets
They're strung out so the city never sleeps
They count sheep waiting for the shepherd to come There's a war, there's a war, there's a war.
There's a war, there's a war, there's a war.
The lyrics of Rhema Soul's "War" touch on various struggles faced by individuals and society as a whole. The first stanza talks about the challenges of raising children in a generation where father figures are often absent. The singer acknowledges the personal battle they face in juggling parental responsibilities and own fears and insecurities. The second stanza discusses the strife and violence present in urban areas, with people barely sleeping and waiting for change to come. The next part of the song harks back to the childhood of three kids, all searching for something missing in their lives. They find peace though self-made success, and the song acknowledges the struggle in discovering an inner resolve.
The part of the track that discusses the plight of single mothers, trying to make ends meet for their families, resonates especially deeply. These women often struggle with juggling work and parenthood, and the realities of caring for a child alone when the father is absent. However, they continue to work hard, pursue education and make sure that their kids get what they need. There is a sense of hope and determination that characterizes the song, one that calls for a truce in the battle for success and survival.
Overall, Rhema Soul's "War" is a song that captures the different types of battles people undergo in life, be it individual, familial or societal. The songwriters seek to inspire the listener to have hope and persevere, knowing that there is a greater purpose in fighting and overcoming adversities.
Line by Line Meaning
The other day i had put my daughter time out Only a year and she is taking over my house, Yeah
My daughter misbehaved and I had to discipline her. She's only a year old but it feels like she's taking over the house.
And as funny as that seems We got a generation where fathers are not seen So (Uh oh)
It may sound funny, but it's concerning that there's a generation where fathers are absent.
We are at war And the bullet is in my heart cause I've been there before (Uh oh)
We're in a battle and it's hurting me deeply because I've experienced it before.
To my nieces and my nephews... While our brothers are in the trench theres refuge Because, I know that people are alarmed when a city is arms and we All need rescue
To my nieces and nephews, while our brothers are fighting in the trenches, there's hope and safety. People get scared when a city is armed and we all need help.
If we could only elevate To a higher land Then, we could all have the best view
If we could rise above the struggles, we could see the bigger picture and gain a better perspective.
There's a war on peace, in the streets They're strung out so the city never sleeps They counting sheep. Waiting for the Shepard to come. There's a war, there's a war, there's a war. There's a war, there's a war, there's a war.
There's a battle for peace in the streets that's causing unrest and insomnia. People are looking for guidance and support.
Thinking back to the days they were on the brink Three little kids looking for the missing link Everyday they felt the sound and the fury All felt lost and bound but in a hurry So... The oldest had a talk with his mom and she said Papi ain't deceased but he's still dead
Looking back at their past, three siblings felt detached and lost. The oldest spoke to their mother and found out that their dad isn't physically dead but is still gone.
Yep, and he'd be lying if he didn't say It didn't leave a part of him in disarray Fast forward a decade and a half They're self made and married it's a blessing and half ...Sometimes we all feel the war inside And sometimes we fall but there's more inside
It's true that their dad's absence caused emotional turmoil. Though it's been fifteen years, they've achieved success and happiness. We all have inner battles, and sometimes we stumble, but there's always more to us than meets the eye.
Isn't it true of us all We trip and get shaken Losing sight of the call You see we're all in the trenches There's a war on peace did I mention?
We all face difficult times and sometimes lose our way. We're all in the fight together, battling for peace.
Where all my ladies at? We gotta stand strong We gotta hold it together Cause we the back bone I know it gets hard When days turn into nights You gave him all you had Now you paying the price
Calling out to all women, we need to be strong and support each other. It's tough when the days blend together, and you've given your all only to suffer the consequences.
All alone found yourself rollin solo Bought up all the lies lost your dreams now you don't know Now He wanna be anonymous Now you up On Jerry Springer like tell me who the father is we blame the economy Cause we trying to pay the bills Fight for jobs cause we struggling Ladies hold your man down Be a college grad love your kids Trust God he'll step in Let's wave a white flag
Feeling isolated and lost, you've fallen for lies and lost sight of your dreams. Your partner now wants to be anonymous, and you're left asking for paternity tests on talk shows. We blame the economy as we try to make ends meet and fight for jobs. Ladies, hold your man down, become college grads, and love your kids. Trust in God, and let's put an end to the war.
I'm calling all my troops Cause we gotta call truce Let's move I'm throwing up my deuces Peace to all the drama I'll see you when the war ends
Calling on everyone to make peace and end the war. It's time to say goodbye to the drama and conflicts. See you on the other side when the battle is over.
Writer(s): ANDERSON ARTHUR M, VIDAL JUAN FELIPE, SMALL KONATA JAWARA, CALLENDER JONATHAN PAUL II, SMALL AMANDA SALAS
Contributed by Jason M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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